Sun-Earth-Moon System

Front

What is the time it takes for the Earth to complete one rotation?

Back

24 hours

Front

What season does the Southern Hemisphere experience when the Northern Hemisphere is leaning away from the Sun?

Back

Summer

Front

What season does the Southern Hemisphere experience when the Northern Hemisphere is pointing towards the Sun?

Back

Winter

Front

How long does it take for the Moon to completely revolve around the Earth?

Back

About one month

Front

What is the imaginary line that goes from the North Pole to the South Pole called?

Back

Axis

Front

What is the term for the path the Earth takes around the Sun?

Back

Orbit

Front

What is the effect called when the Earth's tilt causes different seasons?

Back

Seasonal Variation

Front

What is the term for the position of the Moon when it is between the Earth and the Sun?

Back

New Moon

Front

What phase of the Moon occurs when it is fully illuminated?

Back

Full Moon

Front

What is the term for the time it takes for the Moon to go through all its phases?

Back

Lunar Month